A cloud-native architecture refers to an approach to building software applications that are designed specifically for cloud computing environments. This architecture is intended to take advantage of the scalability, flexibility, and distributed nature of cloud computing.
Cloud-native applications typically use a microservices-based architecture, where the application is broken down into smaller, independently deployable components. These microservices are designed to communicate with each other through APIs, using lightweight, stateless protocols like HTTP.
In addition to microservices, cloud-native architectures may also leverage containerization technology like Docker or Kubernetes to further increase scalability and portability. They may also use cloud-native databases, messaging systems, and other specialized services that are designed to integrate seamlessly with cloud environments.
Overall, a cloud-native architecture is intended to be more agile, scalable, and cost-effective than traditional monolithic architectures, allowing developers to rapidly respond to changing business needs and user demands.
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